Fidan speaks at Syria meeting in Jordan

Syria's stability is of critical importance for both its region and the wider world, Türkiye's foreign minister said on Saturday, calling for "an orderly, inclusive, and Syrian-led transition process."

"We must not allow terrorism to exploit this transitional period in any way," Hakan Fidan said as he delivered remarks in the Red Sea city of Aqaba in Jordan at a meeting on Syria's future after the fall of the Bashar Assad regime.

Expressing gratitude to Jordan for hosting the event, Fidan highlighted the historic significance of the current period for the region.

Stressing that the Syrian people deserve to live in security, freedom, and prosperity, Fidan underscored the critical importance of Syria's stability for both the region and the wider world.

He also emphasized the need to preserve state institutions during the current transitional period while also implementing reforms where required.

- 'Minorities must be respected'

Fidan emphasized the importance of safeguarding Syria's territorial integrity, as well as its rich social fabric.

He stressed that all minorities must be respected and that the transition process be guided by the principles of unity, mutual reconciliation, caution, and care.

Fidan highlighted the critical role of both international political support and humanitarian aid for Syria.

Any misstep in the process ahead could trigger waves of irregular migration, he warned, underlining the need for coordinated efforts and learning from past mistakes.

On external threats, Fidan demanded an immediate end to Israeli attacks on Syria. He acknowledged the challenges ahead for the country, stating, "The coming days may not be easy, but as Türkiye, we will...